Texas-based New Era Energy & Digital, Inc., a developer and operator of digital infrastructure and integrated power assets, has entered into a land option purchase agreement for approximately 3,500 acres in Lea County, NM for the development of a large-scale AI data center campus.
The project would transform the site into a multi-gigawatt AI hub, featuring more than 2 gigawatts of natural gas generation and a planned 5+-GW nuclear installation, positioning New Mexico as a key participant in the global AI infrastructure ecosystem. Initial power delivery is expected in 2028.
The project marks a major milestone for New Era as its first wholly owned project, independent from the Texas Critical Data Centers joint venture. In addition to powering its own facilities, New Era plans to offer powered shell buildings and powered land lease options for AI-focused enterprises.
E. Will Gray II, CEO of New Era, said, “Lea County’s deep energy heritage provides a foundation of skilled talent that directly supports our next-generation digital infrastructure vision. We believe this development will not only drive economic growth and high-tech job creation but also leverage New Mexico’s natural resources to power the future of AI innovation.”
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